Mule Creek Watershed Sta 34+00 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mule Creek Watershed Sta 34+00, located in Mills County, Iowa, is a vital resource managed by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1955, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management. With a height of 34 feet and a length of 562 feet, this structure has a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.4 acres.
The dam, situated on the TR-Mule Creek, is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and has a low hazard potential. Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment level, the dam has not had a designated emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to protect the surrounding community and watershed.
Overall, Mule Creek Watershed Sta 34+00 plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction and water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, it is essential to maintain and enhance the infrastructure of such dams to ensure their resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions. Through collaboration between local, state, and federal agencies, this dam can continue to serve as a valuable asset for both human and ecological needs in the Mule Creek watershed.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
562 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MULE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Nishnabotna River At Randolph
|
512cfs |
Weeping Water Creek At Union
|
20cfs |
East Nishnabotna River At Red Oak
|
305cfs |
Missouri River At Nebraska City
|
24100cfs |
Missouri River At Omaha
|
18800cfs |
Nishnabotna River Above Hamburg
|
1190cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mule Creek Watershed Sta 34+00
US 34;US 275 Mills County